Interior Door Buying Guide — Panel Styles, Sizes & Measuring Tips for Canadian Homes

Everything you need to choose the right interior doors — from panel count to fire ratings

Choosing the right interior doors transforms your home's look and feel. Whether you're building a new home or replacing outdated doors, this guide covers panel styles, slab vs pre-hung options, hollow core vs solid core construction, glass options, and how to measure for a perfect fit. Home Care Supply carries hundreds of interior door styles ready to ship across Canada.

1 Panel (Flat/Flush)

Clean, modern look. Great for contemporary homes.

2 Panel

Classic design with subtle detail. Versatile for any style.

3 Panel

Craftsman-inspired. Popular in transitional homes.

5 Panel

Traditional favourite. The most common style in Canadian homes.

6 Panel (Colonial)

Timeless, formal look. Ideal for traditional and colonial homes.

Shaker

Simple recessed panels. Perfect for modern farmhouse and transitional styles.

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Slab Door

Just the door — no frame included. Best for replacing a door in an existing frame that is in good condition. You will need to mortise hinges and bore the lockset hole yourself.

Pre-Hung Door

Door, frame, and hinges — ready to install as a complete unit. Best for new construction or when replacing the entire door unit including the frame.

Pro Tip: When in doubt, go pre-hung. The small extra cost saves hours of installation time.

Hollow Core

Lightweight and affordable. Good for closets and pantries. Not recommended for bedrooms — provides little sound privacy.

$60 – $150

Solid Core

Heavy with excellent sound dampening. Recommended for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where privacy matters.

$150 – $400+

Our Recommendation: We recommend solid core for every room. The difference in feel and sound privacy is worth it.

Clear Glass

Maximum light transmission. Best for open-concept areas where privacy is not needed.

Frosted Glass

Lets light through while maintaining privacy. Ideal for bathrooms and home offices.

Decorative Glass

Textured patterns that add character and visual interest to your space.

Solid (No Glass)

Maximum privacy and sound blocking. Best for bedrooms and bathrooms.

All our glass doors use tempered safety glass.

Measure Width Measure at the top, middle, and bottom of the opening. Use the smallest measurement.
Measure Height Measure on both the left and right sides of the opening. Use the smallest measurement.
Measure Thickness Standard door thickness is 1⁠-⁠3/8". Confirm your existing door thickness before ordering.

Standard door widths available:

24" 28" 30" 32" 36" 80" tall

Non-standard opening? Contact us — we can help source the right fit.

80" (6'8")

Standard. Most homes built before 2000.

84" (7'0")

Newer construction. Creates a taller, more open feel.

90" (7'6")

Premium option for homes with higher ceilings.

96" (8'0")

Full-height statement doors for 9' ceilings.

Match the height to your existing doors for a consistent look throughout your home.